bookbashuk Chapter 307 Project 99, Start
Chapter 307 Project 99, Start
A series of high-tech devices were transformed into concrete plans by Li Yang. Each indicator far exceeded the level of the same period, yet was practical and feasible.
Next, Li Yang began to develop the core image processing and command and control operation modules.
Thanks to the support of the third-generation chip, Li Yang was able to design a 32-bit general-purpose processor with a clock frequency of 50MHz and a memory capacity of 16MB, which can meet the real-time operation of complex algorithms;
At the same time, he also designed dedicated image processing chips and neural network acceleration cards, which are used for computationally intensive tasks such as feature extraction, target recognition, and situation deduction.
The entire fire control system had a computing power of 2 million times per second, which was the highest of any military computer at the time!
Such powerful performance provides a strong guarantee for the Type 99 to achieve fully automated hunter-killer attacks.
The gunner only needs to lock onto the target, and the fire control system will take full responsibility, automatically calculating the trajectory, guiding the shells, and hitting them accurately, truly achieving "see and destroy"!
After a month of hard work, the core hardware of the fire control system has finally taken shape.
Li Yang wiped the sweat off his forehead with satisfaction, and a confident smile appeared on his lips.
"My boy, with these weapons, our Type 99 tank will be ready soon!"
While talking to himself, he simulated the operation of the fire control system in his mind.
The target is discovered, automatically locked, quick calculations are made, the shells whistle, and hit the target accurately... It is all done in one go, smoothly and seamlessly, just like a scene from a science fiction movie.
However, Li Yang knew that this was just the beginning.
The core algorithms and software still require a lot of testing and debugging to truly form reliable combat capabilities.
Not to mention, other systems such as armor, power, weapons, etc. are also important components of the Type 99 and none of them can be missing.
At this moment, he immediately plunged into a new round of struggle.
First of all, in terms of armor protection, Li Yang decided to boldly adopt the latest third-generation composite armor technology.
This armor is made of ceramic, metal and non-metal materials through a special process and has the characteristics of light weight and high strength.
After repeated calculations and simulations by Li Yang, the front armor adopts a sandwich structure of "ceramic-alloy steel-honeycomb aluminum". Without significantly increasing the weight, the protection can reach the equivalent of 1000 mm homogeneous steel plate, which can basically resist the attack of various anti-tank ammunition.
The side armor is simplified on this basis, using a double-layer ceramic-high-strength alloy steel combination, and also has a protection capacity of more than 600 mm.
In order to further improve protection, Li Yang also covered the outer layer of the armor with a new bulletproof coating, which can significantly reduce the erosion of fragments and heat.
"Xiao Li, this armor structure is so advanced!" exclaimed Lao Ma, an armor expert, as he looked at the blueprint with shining eyes.
"Our best armor now is just a double-layer composite with a maximum protection of 500 mm. Your three-layer armor is very creative!"
"That's not all," Li Yang smiled mysteriously, "I also plan to fill the armor with some new ceramic microspheres to further offset impacts and fragments, and improve protection from the inside."
"Is it true?" Lao Ma was overjoyed. "The filling technology for such fine microspheres is quite difficult, but the protective effect must be great!" Li Yang smiled without saying anything. He had his own solutions to technical problems.
Next is the weapon system.
In addition to the 125mm main gun, Li Yang also wants to equip the Type 99 with advanced secondary weapons to enhance its strike power against infantry.
After careful consideration, he chose a 127mm anti-aircraft machine gun that could be used for ground strafing and air defense.
There is also a 7.62mm coaxial machine gun with a firing rate of up to 4000 rounds per minute and fierce firepower.
Both machine guns use a new type of ammunition belt developed for the third-generation machine guns, which can greatly increase the ammunition feed rate and reduce jamming.
In addition, eight 8mm smoke-generating devices are installed at the rear of the turret, which can quickly create a smoke screen at a critical moment, disrupt the enemy's line of sight, and buy time for the tank to break through.
Arms expert Lao Zhou smacked his lips as he watched: "Xiao Li, your weapon configuration is much more advanced than our Type 59!" "Nonsense, how can the Type 59 compare to the Type 99?"
Li Yang said proudly, "My weapons are all top-notch, I'm sure you'll enjoy them!"
Old Zhou was startled when he heard this, but then he understood: "Wow, so there is some inside information! Xiao Li, can you quietly reveal it to me someday?"
"That is a secret!" The two smiled at each other, knowing each other tacitly. In this day and age, information is wealth. Whoever knows more can achieve great things.
Finally, there is the power system.
This is Li Yang's most proud masterpiece.
In order to make the Type 99 tank have both high horsepower and low fuel consumption, he first chose a newly designed 12V150 diesel engine.
This engine adopts a V-type 12-cylinder layout, with a displacement of up to 388 liters and a maximum power of 1500 horsepower. It is currently the most powerful tank power in the world.
It also adopts advanced technologies such as high-pressure common rail and supercharged intercooler, with a thermal efficiency of up to 46% and a fuel consumption of only 350 liters per kilometers, greatly reducing logistical pressure.
The engine is matched with a newly developed hydromechanical transmission.
This transmission integrates a torque converter and a multi-speed planetary gear, with high transmission efficiency, smooth gear shifting, and precise control in conjunction with steering and braking.
On this basis, Li Yang also designed an advanced electric transmission suspension system for the Type 99.
Each suspension arm is independently controlled by a high-pressure hydraulic cylinder and can be adjusted in real time according to factors such as terrain, speed, and load to keep the vehicle body stable, greatly improving off-road performance.
Power expert Lao Zhao was so surprised that he couldn't close his mouth: "Xiao Li, this is simply the ultimate configuration of future tanks! With this power, the Type 99 will be invincible!"
Li Yang smiled and waved his hands: "Old Zhao, you flatter me too much. This is just the crystallization of the wisdom of our predecessors. I am just the culmination of it.
Besides, rather than saying that the power system is advanced, it is better to say that it has just caught up with the pace of the times.
After all, in the future, mobility is no longer the key to tank victory. Information power is the key!"
"That makes sense!" Old Zhao suddenly realized, "That is to say, no matter how powerful the engine is or how fierce the firepower is, without information advantage, you will still fail!"
"That's right!" Li Yang nodded, "So, when we develop the Type 99, we can't just focus on the iron weapon, we must also seek combat effectiveness from information!"
These words revealed the secret. Everyone present was in awe.
They never thought that seemingly traditional armored weapons actually contained the great changes of the times and required a radical change of ideas!
Advanced composite armor protection, outstanding main and secondary weapons, strong power and low fuel consumption
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The design concept of Type 99 leads the trend of new tank development and represents the commanding heights of future equipment of the three armed forces.
However, these are just hardware revolutions. To truly build a future tank, software and intelligence are the soul.
And this is exactly Li Yang's specialty.
If the Type 99's fire control system is its "brain", then the sensors and computing modules are its "eyes" and "nerves".
With advanced "eyes", tanks can capture and identify targets in a complex electromagnetic environment in a timely manner;
Only with powerful "nerves" can the various systems work together efficiently and exert maximum combat effectiveness.
In addition, informationized warfare also requires tanks to have the ability of real-time communication and data links, so that they can share battlefield situations with other combat units and form overall combat capabilities.
Li Yang has his own clever plan for this.
He first equipped the Type 99 with advanced communication equipment, including ultra-short wave radios and digital walkie-talkies, which could achieve multi-standard three-dimensional communication;
At the same time, an array antenna is installed on the turret to receive data from the command post in real time for situational awareness and target distribution;
The gunner's display and control terminal can also communicate with aviation, artillery and other brother units through encrypted data links for coordinated command.
In this way, the Type 99, which was used for single-soldier combat, was transformed into a mobile information node, playing an important role in system combat.
That’s not all. Li Yang also had a small drone installed on the rear of the tank.
This specially made unmanned reconnaissance aircraft is compact in size, has a flight time of up to 2 hours, carries an optoelectronic pod, and can perform medium- and short-range reconnaissance and target indication missions, greatly expanding the detection radius of the tank.
Once the drone finds a target, the information can be transmitted to the tank's fire control system in real time through the data link, thus achieving beyond-visual-range strikes?1?8 This is simply a weapon that can defeat ten enemies with one!
"Xiao Li, I'm convinced!" Communications expert Lao Qian exclaimed in amazement, "Your information system is like a divine eye, turning stones into gold!"
"Thank you for the compliment." Li Yang smiled modestly, "This is all the result of standing on the shoulders of our predecessors. If it weren't for the foundation of our electronics industry, no matter how good my ideas are, they would still be empty talk."
"That's not the case. Comrade Li has a high political consciousness and always thinks about the country. He is a role model for us to learn from!" Lao Qian said sincerely, "Don't worry, I guarantee that the best talent resources will be transferred to you. We will do our best to help you in the development of Type 99!" These heartfelt words inspired Li Yang deeply.
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On this day, General Lin led a group of military experts and arrived at the United Technology Center, ready to inspect the results of this highly anticipated project.
A group of people walked into the experimental building in a mighty procession, and saw Li Yang leading the team, busying around in the giant assembly workshop.
Dozens of workers were working hard, sweating profusely, various machine tools and equipment were rumbling, the scene was bustling with activity.
The most eye-catching thing is the behemoth car body that is being assembled.
Although it has not yet been fully formed, the low, streamlined scissor-shaped body already exudes a domineering aura.
Around the fuselage, countless thick armors are stacked up like scales, and the cold light of the metal sparkles under the reflection of the workshop lights.
"Is this our Type 99 tank?" General Lin's eyes were fixed on this steel behemoth, his voice trembling with excitement.
He walked quickly forward, carefully touching the cold armor, feeling its thickness and strength in his palm.
Unable to conceal his excitement, he exclaimed: "Wow, this armor feels different! It's hard and tough, and it can't be compared with traditional steel plates at all!"
Li Yang smiled and walked over to explain: "That's right, we used the latest composite armor! Two layers of special alloy steel plates inside and outside, with honeycomb aluminum in the middle, a three-layer structure, and ceramic patches on the surface. In this way, the protection against chemical energy ammunition is more than three times that of ordinary steel plates!"